Origin: Central Asia Circa: 20 th Century AD Dimensions: 4.25 " (10.8cm) high x 2.5 " (6.4cm) wide Collection: Jewelry Medium: Gold

Origin: Central Asia Circa: 20 th Century AD Dimensions: 4.25 " (10.8cm) high x 2.5 " (6.4cm) wide Collection: Jewelry Medium: Gold   « Less

The body of this charming gold beetle has been set with diamonds and features emerald "wings" and ruby "eyes." - (MT.0270) Origin: Russia Circa: 1850 AD to 1920  More »

The body of this charming gold beetle has been set with diamonds and features emerald "wings" and ruby "eyes." - (MT.0270) Origin: Russia Circa: 1850 AD to 1920 AD Collection: Jewelry Style: Russian Medium: Gold, Diamonds   « Less

The ‘crown’ of this pin has a wide body tapering to the convex ornament on top, and sloping gently to the flared base. Divided in the middle by a series of small  More »

The ‘crown’ of this pin has a wide body tapering to the convex ornament on top, and sloping gently to the flared base. Divided in the middle by a series of small pellets, the upper portion of the body is decorated with a floral design containing six petals, with each flower separated by a vertical rope-like division. A smooth lower area provides an interesting textural contrast, though having a series of pellets encircling just above the base. Influenced by the art of mysterious Etruscans, this beautiful pin us a classic in any age in any culture. - (FJ.0331) Origin: Europe Circa: 1800 AD to 1900 AD Collection: Jewelry Medium: Gold   « Less

Origin: Afghanistan Circa: 20 th Century AD Dimensions: 2.15" (5.5cm) high x 2" (5.1cm) wide Collection: Jewelry Style: Bactrian/copied from the antique Medium: Agate,  More »

Origin: Afghanistan Circa: 20 th Century AD Dimensions: 2.15" (5.5cm) high x 2" (5.1cm) wide Collection: Jewelry Style: Bactrian/copied from the antique Medium: Agate, Gold   « Less

This Maori jade Hei Tiki amulet has been set in a modern 18 karat gold pendant clasp embellished with a diamond and an emerald. Hei Tiki amulets such as this one have  More »

This Maori jade Hei Tiki amulet has been set in a modern 18 karat gold pendant clasp embellished with a diamond and an emerald. Hei Tiki amulets such as this one have become an iconic emblem of both the Maori people, who settled New Zealand around 1000 A.D., and the modern island nation as a whole. Although they are well-known today, their origins are obscure and their meaning remains debatable. The Maori word “hei” refers to any ornament worn around the neck, while the term “tiki” applies more generally to carved human figures made throughout Polynesia. Tiki is also the name of the first human in Maori mythology. The prevailing theory regarding the meaning of these amulets is that they are depictions of this first man. Another theory, due in large part to their form, is that they symbolize human embryos and, as such, should only be worn by women. However, this contention is contradicted by the fact that early European visitors to New Zealand recorded both men and women wearing such talismans. It is quite possible that the squat form of the figure is a byproduct of the density of the stone and the difficulty of carving and not a conscious effort on the part of the artist to depict a fetus. Hei tiki exist not only in jade, but also in a variety of other precious materials including bone and ivory. In all cases, the inherent value of the materials used imply that tiki were prestige objects, worn by the elite of Maori society and likely passed down from generation to generation. This assertion is reinforced by the fact that in some cases the suspension perforations have been worn through, implying usage beyond that of a single lifespan. - (FJ.7217) Origin: New Zealand Circa: 1600 AD to 1900 AD Dimensions: 3.5" (8.9cm) high x 1.875" (4.8cm) wide Collection: Jewelry Style: Maori Medium: Jade, Gold, Emerald   « Less

Fifty-eight striated beads comprise this necklace. Each bead has a bulbous shape with a wide middle that narrows at the top and bottom. They become progressively larger  More »

Fifty-eight striated beads comprise this necklace. Each bead has a bulbous shape with a wide middle that narrows at the top and bottom. They become progressively larger towards the end of the strand. The effect is of geometric unity, combined with texture, creating a sense of continuous movement. Such 'energy' is produced not only by design, but also by the gold itself. This necklace most probably adorned the neck of a wealthy lady, perhaps given as part of a large dowry. Its elegance is as impressive today as it was when first made so long ago. - (FJ.6448a) Origin: Afghanistan Circa: 1600 AD to 1800 AD Collection: Jewelry Style: Beaded Necklaces Medium: Gold   « Less

Collection: Jewelry Condition: Fine

Collection: Jewelry Condition: Fine   « Less

Circa: 17 th Century BC Collection: Jewelry Medium: Glass

Circa: 17 th Century BC Collection: Jewelry Medium: Glass   « Less

Origin: Tibet Circa: 1700 AD to 1900 AD Dimensions: 20 " (50.8cm) high Collection: Jewelry Medium: Agate Additional Information: The gold elements are modern.

Origin: Tibet Circa: 1700 AD to 1900 AD Dimensions: 20 " (50.8cm) high Collection: Jewelry Medium: Agate Additional Information: The gold elements are modern.   « Less

Origin: Tibet Circa: 1700 AD to 1900 AD Dimensions: 19 " (48.3cm) high Collection: Jewelry Medium: Agate Additional Information: The gold elements are modern.

Origin: Tibet Circa: 1700 AD to 1900 AD Dimensions: 19 " (48.3cm) high Collection: Jewelry Medium: Agate Additional Information: The gold elements are modern.   « Less